© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Griffon - Philip the Handsome, Regency ND
| Billon (.480 silver) | 3.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1506) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1487-1488 |
| Value | 1 Griffon (4) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.480 silver) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield of Austria-Burgundy atop a long, footed cross which intersects legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: DEV ⁑ PLVS ⁑ AMA QVA ⁑ ARGENTV
Lettering (regular font): DEV ⁑ PLVS ⁑ AMA QVA ⁑ ARGENTV
Translation: Love God more than money
Comment
Variants in the obverse legend are known (for example, last word GRI or GRIF)A nearly identical type was issued for Brabant and Holland (see references below). They can be distinguished by the punctuation (trefoils for Flanders).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a griffin, which is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbol was used to represent the dual nature of Philip the Handsome, who was both the Count of Flanders and the Regent of the Netherlands. The use of a griffin on the coin was a nod to Philip's role as a powerful and wise ruler, and it adds an interesting touch to the coin's design.
